Federal Judge Profile

Royce LamberthSenior Status

D.D.C. • D.C. Circuit

Appointed by Ronald Reagan, 1987

Ruling Tendencies

Criminal Sentencing

Tough Jan 6 sentences; called it a 'disgrace'

Government Regulation

Held government in contempt multiple times

National Security

Former FISA court judge; tough on government overreach

Background

Tough Jan 6 sentencer. Known for holding government accountable.

Last analyzed: May 2026 · 3 case-type tendencies profiled · Full analytics, predictions, and reversal rates available with subscription

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